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Tourism Education of the Future: Viability and Relevance of a Blended Learning Modality

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: The relevance and feasibility studies are essential to ensure the quality and relevance of educational programs. These analyses are crucial to align curricula with societal needs. Relevance focuses on meeting environmental expectations, while feasibility addresses financial and operational aspects to maintain high-quality programs. In the specific case of the Bachelor's Degree in Tourism in a mixed mode, the viability and relevance of the academic program were evaluated by combining face-to-face and online elements. The methodology used was systematic, empirical, and critical, employing quantitative and qualitative data. The results highlighted the growing importance of mixed mode in higher education, offering flexibility to students and meeting high demand. This study supports the implementation of the Bachelor's Degree in Tourism in a mixed mode at the Autonomous University of Nayarit, demonstrating its relevance and feasibility.

Source: Journal Health Education and Welfare

DOI: 10.35429/jhew.2024.14.8.15.23

Authors: María Celina Agraz-López, Armando Ramírez-Jiménez, Gabriel Zepeda-Martínez, Jorge Hammurabi López-Murillo

Institution: Universidad Autónoma de Nayarit

Language: English

Topic: Hospitality and Tourism Education

Subfield: Tourism, Leisure and Hospitality Management

Field: Business, Management and Accounting

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Quality education

Open Access status: diamond

Funder: Universidad Autónoma de Nayarit